How to Live on YOUR OWN Cruise Ship, Advice for Living At Sea from the Aurora

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Living at Sea sounds uber glamorous, doesn’t it? How about owning your own cruise ship?
We take a closer look at what it looks like to maintain this lifestyle of "ship life" as Chris Willson pulls back the curtain and shows us exactly what it is like and he gives advice for those who want to live at sea!
This is part 3 of Season 4 of Living at Sea. We are learning from Chris Willson as he takes us around his vessel for a tour and explains the numerous ongoing projects that are required to make Aurora new again. This is Chris Willson's reality and we are uncovering what it is like to be the owner of the Aurora Cruise ship. In this series, we learn from Chris, Aurora's interesting history along with the heavy task of restoring the vessel!
We hope you enjoy Season 4 of Living at Sea. This will be a three-part series. Be sure to stay tuned for the next episode!
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@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

YOU CAN NOW HELP SUPPORT THE AURORA'S RESTORATION! Grab a t-shirt here: bit.ly/3dahIhu or a face mask here etsy.me/3qj1R47 ❤

@jonathanleonard1152 3 жыл бұрын

Please understand the difference between: Ocean liner, Cruise ship. An Ocean liner is capable of crossing oceans in a wide variety of weather. A Cruise ship is designed to take vacationers to fair weather ports. The Ocean liner sacrifices capacity for maximum seaworthy aspects. A Cruise ship maximizes capacity for seaworthy or stability in a wide variety of weather. This difference can be seen in the lines and height of the ship. Ocean liners are lower and sleeker, looking like tall waves will not worry the crew. Cruise ships are taller and have more above the water line bulk, they look like a lot of people looking to have a good time in nice weather. There are very few Ocean liners, there are many Cruise ships. SS Aurora is an Ocean liner

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the knowledge bombs Jonathan!

@WizDomCast 3 жыл бұрын

Chris is awesome! I met him and stayed on the ship. Super cool project. Stoked to see what it becomes!

@terminalogicalinexactitude5622 3 жыл бұрын

Great advice for all of the people who have plans to live on their own cruise ship.

@michaelfairman4387 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Chris. I also own a restoration boat. I purchased the former kentucky governor's yacht. She is a 67' steel motor yacht. I have a lifetime worth of work to do. I enjoy ever moment working on her. She is docked on old hickory lake near Nashville TN. Good luck.

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

That is pretty cool! How far in the project are you in?

@jamesjames3525 3 жыл бұрын

What a great way to spend your time. Well done Chris.

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

He is doing a fantastic job. Stay tuned for more videos..

@shanescholtz1608 3 жыл бұрын

MORE!!!! Me want more!! This is absolutely awesome!

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

Make sure to check our recent video, where we go into the engine room!

@cristinacastro1730 3 жыл бұрын

Very cool. The Aurora transformation is really amazing ! Big work and great job ! Congratulations Alanna.

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I can see you enjoying the Aurora when she is finished! Can't you?!

@cristinacastro1730 3 жыл бұрын

@@CruisetheWorldAtoZ Of course !

@josefholzer2433 3 жыл бұрын

I love your work on youtube! I've been wanting to live on a condo Cruise.

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.. You should, would you prefer one that goes around the world or just within a particular area?

@raymondnoya5653 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome !

@stevemccoy8138 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, what a great project , I like it. 🚢

@twaunniebusse7262 3 жыл бұрын

This was a great series- Thank you for presenting it

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Hopefully we will do a follow up soon! Thank you for your support. Hope you have a great new years!

@twaunniebusse7262 3 жыл бұрын

@@CruisetheWorldAtoZ Thank you and I hope you,Rafael, and Valencia also have a great new year!

@WishingMouse 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!!!

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Hope you had a magical time in Aulani..

@kennethbolton951 3 жыл бұрын

My Dad used to do a "Pilots Check" no matter what the mechanic said as he felt there is no "oops" from ten feet up. The same applies to ships/boats. At least every month do a full ship walk about with clip board/cell phone and check off with notes/date/ observation like : hmmm, same status, need to prioritize, oh mold, was that a poodle sized rat etc. No memory is perfect, a couple hrs, a full day once a month, no cheating, a full check, is as good as bottom insurance and you won't violate the ship "oops" from ten feet down and see your baby sink (metaphorically) or actually.

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

Wow Kenneth, sounds like your dad is a very smart man! I had a good laugh at the poodle sized rat though. Although if I saw that in person, don't think I would be laughing.

@rongreen8485 3 жыл бұрын

You must have lots of $$$$ to take on this project... Good luck and I wish you success. Beautiful ship and thanks for sharing your story.

@davidanalyst671 3 жыл бұрын

These interviews are leaving me wanting more. Id enjoy a video of the different projects hes doing... I've already watched @SVSeeker go from sheet metal to a boat, so I may need a new boat builder soon

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

I recently posted one about the engine room! Please make sure to check it out..

@Brittany.Anderson 3 жыл бұрын

Watching it on replay as I had a busy weekend

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you were able to catch it Brittany! What did you think?

@Brittany.Anderson 3 жыл бұрын

@@CruisetheWorldAtoZ the video is just truly fantastic and what he has done to the ship is also fantastic.

@davefellhoelter1343 3 жыл бұрын

I Love his Leap of Faith! Just Jump, you can figure out swimming latter!

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

Have more questions for Chris and the Aurora? Join us 2/12/21 at 9p.m. EST to answer your questions about the Aurora LIVE!!! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nrSeh6aS0NK0lw.html

@sailorman8590 3 жыл бұрын

Can you please ask Chris is he plans to restore the propulsion system for Aurora? Also would be great if he develops partnerships with ship modernization suppliers for the cruise industry many which are now idle with surplus available of materials and labor. I am sure many would be thrilled to be part of this project and get the ship’s interiors and technical systems ship shape!

@craigkaschan4822 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Alanna , Is Chris going to rebuild the engines to get her sea worthy again. Be good to take on paying passengers for cruises.

@GizStudPrez 3 жыл бұрын

Really would like to see you guys walking around and talking WHILE looking at the ship

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the feedback and will take it into consideration for next time!

@rb.867 2 жыл бұрын

Other than that, I love your video

@jamesmoore3346 3 жыл бұрын

What this fellow is doing is simply amazing. Me, I repaired/remodeled a couple travel trailers in the past and really patted myself on the back. No how does that compare what he is doing. My greatest respect to him in his ventures.

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching James! I'm sure your remodel on the trailers was an amazing accomplishment! I will pass your well wishes to Chris!

@davidsickels1499 2 жыл бұрын

I would like to see more about Aurora pls.

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 2 жыл бұрын

We would love to do a follow up in the future! But for now I recommend the facebook page for updates!

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 2 жыл бұрын

Actually they just launched their new KZfaq channel! Here you go! 🎉 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sKmXmtxms9qyiKc.html

@dennybarlau8065 3 жыл бұрын

You need to hire as many people with skills for free rent to get the boat done then lease out on yearly basis

@richardl6188 3 жыл бұрын

Did Mr. Wilson get grants from the government or historical organizations to help fund the restoration project? I have a house in Stockton, and I did not know about the Aurora. I plan to move back to Stockton someday, and I would love to be a part of the project! Thanks!

@chdreturns Жыл бұрын

Nope.

@WhatALoadOfTosca 3 жыл бұрын

The amount of work required is awesome. Really inspiring. Can I ask, did this ship ever operate as a proper cruise ship or just day cruises? From the history it seems to have been built just for day cruises.

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

She did do a lot of sailing to Alaska and other parts of the world until she slowed down a bit..

@chdreturns Жыл бұрын

Yea, she originally was a ferry but was converted to serve ths Agean luxury market for multi day trips.

@onlyinfloridalol530 3 жыл бұрын

Let’s make it move🥺

@alaskanchannel2751 3 жыл бұрын

Why is your b role of Ketchikan Alaska

@maxwellsadventurevlog987 3 жыл бұрын

We need a full tour

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

Brian let me know which areas you want to see next when we go back :)

@maxwellsadventurevlog987 3 жыл бұрын

I would love to see the engine room in detail as well as water and sewage treatment facilities. I am a mechanic so the mechanical aspects fascinate me. Thank your for the prompt response Alanna!

@brucemartin2605 3 жыл бұрын

If this boat was in Pensacola I would volunteer my skills and sponsor a cabin..

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

That is so generous of you! I will pass the information to him!

@bsn2ndsflatdavis378 3 жыл бұрын

You've done a great job so far. How would you like to save the SS United States ?

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

SS United States is owned by a different group. But who knows, He may be adding more ships to his fleet!

@PreservationEnthusiast 3 жыл бұрын

@@CruisetheWorldAtoZ The problem with the SS United States is that it has been completely stripped of everything. Also the the Conservancy that owns it is a sham organisation.

@nathanhudson-young2460 3 жыл бұрын

@@CruisetheWorldAtoZ it's sad that this beautiful vessel and the SS United States ended up being rusted husks of ships, but amazing that people like this guy exist to help restore them!

@joekern4474 3 жыл бұрын

Has he said where this ship is located now or where he would like to permanently locate?

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

The ship is currently located in Stockton, California. It's permanent forever home could change depending on where they take it with the renovations. For example if it becomes sea-worthy again.

@malbers35 3 жыл бұрын

More ship, less chit chat.

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Mike! You may enjoy the engine tour then!

@outoftime7740 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder where this ship is? Anybody know. Is it California?

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

The ship is on the California Delta, located in Stockton, California

@rb.867 2 жыл бұрын

Anything I can 3D print to help you, let me know. Send an stl file to me,with in reason,lol

@tracya4087 3 жыл бұрын

where and when was she built

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

We was built in Germany, she was the first ship they were allowed to build after WWII. More of the history is in the first episode if you are interested. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/n8t2frFl0NmYYIE.html

@tracya4087 3 жыл бұрын

@@CruisetheWorldAtoZ thank you so very much from wigan lancasgire

@fstimellom8882 3 жыл бұрын

Will she ever go to sea again or is she just going to be floating museum?

@B2BCreditandCollection 3 жыл бұрын

NO plan was described to make this project profitable

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

Michael more of the tentative business plans were discussed in Episode 1. If you are interested here is the link: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/n8t2frFl0NmYYIE.html

@ArcadeLady83 3 жыл бұрын

How much did you pay for this beauty?

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

We are having a livestream tonight to answer these unanswered questions and more. 9p.m. est if you would like to ask Chris yourself 😀

@howtoeverything9526 3 жыл бұрын

The interviewer is sooo a lot extra Please replace that one

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

Can't replace me...it's my channel!🙋😝 haha thanks for watching😎

@accomplishedauto3815 3 жыл бұрын

A lot of repeat footage and a lot left out. How about the engine room, kitchen, are he lives in? Thanks for the video but Could have done a lot better.

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the feedback. We had limited amount of time to film so had to work with the footage we could get!

@kimosabbe50 2 жыл бұрын

@@CruisetheWorldAtoZ He's one of the 1%ers Chris alluded to 😁

@FrankHeuvelman 2 жыл бұрын

So you deleted my honest criticism. We only want to live in a happy Disney Dream, don't we? Look at these reactions. Not a single person who actually know about ships or the sea. So many delusional people. Must all be Trumpists. You're ruining your country

@CruisetheWorldAtoZ 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Frank, I didn't delete you comment so not sure what you're talking about. I did see you left multiple comments on the other videos in the series. Have a nice day!

@FrankHeuvelman 2 жыл бұрын

@@CruisetheWorldAtoZ _"Have a nice day!"_ Do you really mean that? Awkward. And my excuses for assuming you deleted it. But I can not see it anymore, so I guess that the YT algorithm in his wisdom has decided that the world isn't ready yet to be able to read my words. (And that, my dear Alanna, was a joke. Just saying you know, no offense.)